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LK05 DZC

2005 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,681 mi
Last recorded113,681 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 220101,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 DZC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 113,681 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both side (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 105,295 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 105,295 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 98,357 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 90,103 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 85,884 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 78,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 70,539 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,391 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 46,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 36,101 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 35,831 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES SLIGHT WEAR

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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LK05 DZC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 101,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK05 DZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK05 DZC registered?

LK05 DZC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is LK05 DZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 DZC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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